U.S. Legends Pickleball League (USLPL) named DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) the Official Rating System of the USLPL. All matches results from USLPL 50+, 60+, and 35+ leagues will count toward players’ DUPR ratings, as was the case in the inaugural season of its 50+ league in 2025. 

With this agreement, USLPL becomes a DUPR Preferred Partner, ensuring a unified framework for ratings, as well as opportunities for event integration.  

“Players in our pro leagues expect and appreciate their matches counting toward their ratings in the  sport,” said USLPL Co-founder Mike Cao. “Official alignment with DUPR was an easy decision that will  benefit all of our leagues.” 

“USLPL has built a structured, competitive environment for experienced players,” said DUPR’s CEO Tito Machado.  “Using a consistent rating system allows match results to carry meaning beyond individual events and provides players with a clear record of their competitive history.”

About USLPL 

U.S. Legends Pickleball League was created for elite players 35+, 50+, and 60+ looking for their next great competitive challenge. The USLPL 50+/60+ launched its inaugural season in Fall of 2025, with 12 teams, including the Boston Dragons, New York Ballers, DMV Picklers, Richmond Rocketeers, Roanoke Shine,  Jersey Shore Shots, Buffalo Blizzards, Northern Virginia SuperNovas, Florida Storm, Villages Heat, the  Delrays, and Florida Royals. USLPL 35+ kicks off its first season in March 2026, and a separate league for 60+ players will launch in Fall 2026.  

About DUPR 

DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) is the premier global pickleball rating system and  technology platform, trusted by the world's leading clubs, tournaments, leagues, and players. DUPR's  dynamic rating system unifies pickleball across age, gender, and location by analyzing match results to  accurately evaluate all players across a 2.000 - 8.000 scale. DUPR is the official pickleball rating of  leagues, tournaments and clubs around the world, including United Pickleball Association (UPA),  Professional Pickleball Association (PPA), Major League Pickleball (MLP), Pickleball.com, Life Time, The  Picklr, National Team Pickleball League, National Pickleball League. It also owns and operates Minor  League Pickleball and Collegiate Pickleball, two of the biggest amateur leagues in the sport. Players and  operators can visit www.dupr.com to sign up and learn more. 

USLPL is pleased to announce Sonny Tannan as its new Director of Sponsorships & Athlete Development. In this role, Sonny will lead sponsor outreach and coordination for both the 50+ and 35+ leagues, while ensuring that all qualified athletes are supported and encouraged to compete at the highest national level.

Sonny is a sponsored coach with Team JOOLA, a DUPR Master Coach, and a Level 2 Clinician for RPO. He also serves as a strategic consultant and investor in racquet sport facilities both in the U.S. and internationally, with a proven history of connecting athletes, brands, and communities.

“Sonny brings a wealth of experience to the league,” said USLPL Co-founder Ron Cortese. “Our league, team owners, and players are lucky to have him on our team.”

“Pickleball has opened doors for me both on and off the court, and I’m excited to bring that experience to the USLPL. Together, we will create a national stage for our players while building partnerships that elevate athletes and deliver value to the brands and communities that support us,” said Tannan.

SONNY@PLAYLEGENDS.COM

Our 50+ and 35+ pro pickleball leagues have taken off fast! Now is the time to get your product or service in front of our community. Join our growing list of sponsors today. Email Sonny@PlayLegends.com or info@playlegends.com to be connected with our sponsorship team. 

The USLPL is proud to call the Diadem "Official" ball, the "Official Ball" of our league! Balls will provided for the Combine and all matches. To get yours, order directly from Diadem using the code USLPL-DIADEM for 10 percent off all purchases.